Reimagining Diabetes Recommendation Paper
This Recommendations Paper is on the Te Wāhi Tiaki Tātou Reimagining Session - Long Term Conditions; Diabetes
31st October 2023 - 1st & 2nd November 2023
WELLfed
Learning how to cook diabetes-friendly meals that can transform health and wellbeing.
WELLfed, in collaboration with Te Wāhi Tiaki Tātou and a network of community health providers, launched a Diabetes-Friendly Cooking & Education Programme.
About this Diabetes-Friendly Cooking & Education Programme
This initiative was born from the Reimagining Living with Long-Term Diabetes workshops and aimed to empower individuals diagnosed with pre-diabetes or Type 2 diabetes.
A Recipe for Health & Wellbeing
This programme provides a supportive space to understand and manage diabetes.
Small Steps, Big Changes
Aligning with this programme supports community-driven health improvements and long-term wellbeing.
Health Starts in the Kitchen
The programme empowers participants to take control of their health through food and education.
Our Approach
The programme combined hands-on cooking sessions with in-depth education, equipping participants with practical tools to manage their health through nutrition and lifestyle changes. Led by Petrina Benny-Turner, an experienced registered nurse, this initiative fostered community, confidence, and long-term health improvements.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
By supporting WELLfed, you contribute to a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.